Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) (AR 600-85)

Question 1

What is the purpose of ASAP?

Answer 1

To strengthen the overall fitness and effectiveness of the Army’s workforce, to conserve manpower, and to enhance the combat readiness of soldiers

Question 2

What amount is considered impaired due to alcohol consumption?

Answer 2

Blood alcohol breathalyzer test that is equal to or greater than .05 grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood

Question 3

What is the consequence of getting a DWI or DUI twice?

Answer 3

Any Soldier who is convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) two times during his or her career will be processed for separation

Question 4

What program is used to test soldiers for drugs?

Answer 4

Urinary Analysis Program (UA)

Question 5

What happens to a soldier that tests positive for illicit drugs?

Answer 5

Soldiers who test positive for illicit drugs will be evaluated for a substance use disorder, disciplined as appropriate, and considered for separation within 30 calendar days of the company commander receiving notification of the positive
result from the ASAP in accordance with paragraph 10–6.

Question 6

What if a soldier is not present for the UA?

Answer 6

When a Soldier is selected for a random UA, but is not present for duty, their commander will collect a UA specimen from the Soldier upon their return or during the next random UA test after the Soldier’s return

Question 7

How often are soldiers drug tested?

Answer 7

Company/troop commanders will randomly test 10 percent of their Soldiers each month